Apple iPhone Duo vs ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
The Apple iPhone Duo (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 72/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4883); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone Duo is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 3,247,013); the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is noticeably lighter (220g vs 254g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Duo
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
What makes Apple iPhone Duo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3247013
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 9287
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 15W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 92/100)
What makes ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4883 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 220g vs 254g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1999
- Better camera (56/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 59/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (38/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Duo vs the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra scores 3 points higher (75/100 vs 72/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Duo — 52/100, ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (66/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (38/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Duo | ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3247013 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 9287 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1878x2670 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4883 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 15 / ZenUI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 2500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 117.8×84.1×11.3 mm | 163.8×77.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 254 g | 220 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Duo
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Duo
- 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1878x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Duo
- 4883 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Duo and ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Duo leads ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra by 9.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a bit better (66/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (38/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Duo or the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra edges out the Apple iPhone Duo by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Duo and the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Duo has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Duo or the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra leads on camera score (56/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Duo or the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Duo leads on performance (97/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Duo over the ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra?
The Apple iPhone Duo is a better fit for gamers and power users. The ASUS Zenfone 12 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.